My fantastic 2yo KWPN loading for the first time today

[dressagelove]

In preparation for doing some in-hand showing in the Spring, I thought it was time to introduce Sabre to the delights of loading! I took all necessary precautions in case he decided he didn't want to play ball, but I needn't have worried. He was awesome.

Led him up to it to sniff it, and he immediately offered to get on! I was like :O He put his front feet straight on the ramp, so I made a big fuss and gave him some treats. He is really greedy and you could almost see him think 'If this is all I need to do for treats, I'm on!' and he just walked straight on!

Took him off immediately, then put his mate on first, put him on again and shut him in for 2 minutes. Took him off and made a huge fuss of him, and he was completely unbothered!

Well chuffed with my lad Might not be a big deal for some, but this is my first time bringing on a youngster and every small step is a huge thing!

 

[Ali2]

. What a dude

 

[Goldenstar]

I used to take mine on drives to the garage to fill up with fuel.
It's a milestone when they start travelling.

 

[ebonyallen]

What a little star, and what a lovely looking chap. Well done the pair of you.

 

[giddyupalfie]

Yay, well done to you and your baby he looks so cute in the last pic.

 

[dressagelove]

Thanks I think he is rather awesome. He is so sweet, and quiet and easy, and loving. So far, a good buy! Not a bad bone in his body. Can't wait to get on him and see what he turns into!

 

[alfiesmum]

he looks like he gonna be lovely boy, its worth all the mud/sweat and tears to get a smile like you had today! heres to many more happy moments

 

[Asha]

What a good lad. Makes it all worthwhile doesnt ?!

This is why I have really enjoyed having youngsters around, just doing the basics with them is so rewarding.

Hes a lovely looking boy, whats his breeding ?

Lovely kind eyes too

 

[dressagelove]

Thank you
He is out of a stallion called Oliver HFD who is out of Voltaire. His mum was a very sane Advanced Medium KWPN mare. Hoping to use him for dressage mainly, but a bit of everything if he's up for it! He is so bold, but not silly with it, just can't wait to see how he matures,

 

[Asha]

Very exciting

My 2 yo KWPN, shes by a jumping stallion too, but boy does she move. I can really see her doing dressage. Think she might be a little quirky though, so could be interesting.

Will hopefully get her out and about too this year

Good luck with him

 

[MasterBenedict]

Fantastic! Will be trying this with my youngster for the first time very soon, will have to show him this thread